DAF XF95, Maintenance Manual

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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES
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Inspection and adjustment
5
ΞΦ95
series
3.46 CHECKING THE SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR ATTACHMENT AND LEAKS
1. Visually inspect the attachment of the shock
absorbers and for any leaks.
3.47 CHECKING THE CONDITION AND ATTACHMENT OF SPRING LEAVES,
SPRING CLAMPS AND U-BOLTS
Checking U-bolts
1. Visually inspect the condition and
attachment of the U-bolts.
2. When retightening the U-bolt nuts, the
attachment nut must not be slackened first
and then tightened to a specific torque, see
"Technical data".
3.48 CHECKING THE HINGE POINTS AND AXLE SUSPENSION FASTENING
(AIR SUSPENSION)
Torque rod
1. Check the attachment of the torque rod and
torque rod supports.
2. Check the pivots of the torque rod for wear
and play.
Stabiliser bar
1. Check the attachment of the stabiliser bar
and stabiliser bar support.
2. Check the pivots of the stabiliser bar for wear
and play.
Ball joints three-point fixation
1. Check the attachment of the ball joints and
three-point fixation support.
2. Check the ball joint housing for surface
cracks.
3. Check the dust cover for damage.